December 02, 2002

You may be a bit self-absorbed today, but at least you’ve got excellent powers of concentration. Just don’t neglect those you’re close to for very long. Make it a point to enjoy the sensual atmosphere tonight, compliments of the Taurus moon. Plan a gourmet meal or luxuriate in a bubble bath, and really appreciate life little indulgences.

ARIES (March 21-April 19). Concerns are few if you keep a professional attitude. You can boost your own success, so stop looking for others to do it for you. Be attentive to a gifted child, and he or she will blossom under you guidance.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). The more you give, the more energy is at your disposal! Volunteer, give loans, and listen without judging. If you’re part of a couple, your sensitive sweetie feels neglected. Find a better balance between job, friends and career.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Travel is an excellent remedy for your restless spirit. You rejuvenate and feel more loving because of it. A friend counts on your discretion. Love and romance are erratic and should take a back seat to other needs.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). Impressive moves on the job generate money. Close friends have special requests – don’t feel obligated. You’ve got your own life to deal with now. When you’re personally happy, your love life picks up terrifically.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). People are attracted to high energy. If you feel like you’ve been wandering aimlessly, you will bump into ideas worth exploring today. Many of these endeavors can bring true happiness and even romance into your life.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (December 02). Your new year features opportunity galore. Savvy business moves in the next three weeks lead to long-term financial rewards. Travel in December (especially with a Capricorn or Aquarius) brings you into contact with exciting people you wouldn’t have met others. A Pisces of Libra makes your heart sing. A partner fills your need this spring. Your lucky numbers are: 16, 4, 38, 22 and 19.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Friends you make now will keep you in mind for future opportunities. Be thoughtful, send postcards, and call just to say "hi." A chance to step into the public spotlight might be missed this time, but next time, you’ll be prepared.

LIBRA (Sept.23-Oct.23). Devote you energy to creating a higher kind of love in all your relationships. Learn to tolerate the habits of that certain person. You’ll make important contacts when you travel some place warmer. Anything mailed brings luck.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). There’s a chance for career advancement, if you’re ready to make a fast move. You can eventually make money from a hobby if you get serious, so don’t take on anything that doesn’t give you time to practice.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). The urge to act impulsively will be strong. Play it safe, perhaps writing down your thoughts before sharing them with others. Obstacles to romance are not insurmountable but definitely need to be worked through.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Much goes on in the morning to get your blood pressure going. Supercharged emotions need a chance to diffuse. Take a walk. Money comes in this afternoon from a commission or unexpected assignment.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). If you don’t feel confident, that’s OK –other people’s support will carry you though. Uninhibited discussion starts that ball rolling toward a breakthrough. Tonight, you can’t help but intrigue people.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Trying to do everything yourself is impossible. Work with a partner, and finish three times as quickly. Tonight, be the wise lover who leaves much to mystery. Scorpio affection is delicious.

ASTROLOGICAL QUESTIONS: "I’m curious about my astrological chart and wonder what you can tell me about myself. I am a Cancer born in 1981 and am currently taking a networking class. I’m an ambitious lyricist. What career fits my chart?"

Lyrics are the language that translates emotions into words that will fit the music. As a Cancer, you feel things deeply and will have much to draw from in your own life for your art. Your intuitive Pisces moon is also a gift that helps you empathize wit others. Your Mercury (communication) and Mars (career) are also in Cancer. Music is what you turn to when you need help coping with your many moods. You might also do well in different areas of the music field, such as engineering and recording studio management. You know how to make others feel comfortable in an environment, so they’ll keep returning. This is necessary in a recording studio, since many albums take up to a year to finish. Recording studios become like a second home to artists who are working on a record. You additional talents have to do with helping people feel comfortable in their real homes.

CELEBRITY PROFILES: Funny man Rob Schneider will release another comedy this year, the response to which could lead the direction of his own standup comedy show for HBO. Tired of playing characters, he could have a terrific response to just being Rob Schneider. Scorpios are experts at getting back to basics because, even while performing and pretending, they are in contact with truth and bare-bones reality.

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